Finger slip



Nov. 16 1926.

G. HOFFMANN FINGER SLIP Filed April 29. 1925 61H01 und Patented Nov.16,1926.

UNITED STATES GEORGE A. HOFFMANN, GF BLOOIVIFIELD, NEW JERSEY.

FINGER SLIP.

Application led April 29, 1925.

The purpose of the invention is to provide a device for application tothe lingers of an infant to effect a permanent cure of the habit wherethere is a tendency or inclination on the part of the subject to suckthe ngers.

TWith this purpose in view, the invention consists in a construction andcombination of parts of which a preferred embodiment is illustrated inthe accompanying drawings, wherein:

Figure l is a perspective view of the invention. i@ f 'l Figures 2 and 3are respectively vertical and transverse sectional views on the planesindicated by the lines 2 2 and 3 3 of Figure l.

1Unlike devices of this general character, the present invention is notdesigned to preclude the subject placing the finger in the mouth but tomake the operation obnoxious so that he is finally broken of the habit.The device comprises a nger stall l and wrist-band 2 connected as by aweb-portion The web portion finger stall and wristband are integrallyconnected and of reticulated structure, being preferably of open crochetconstruction. It is, therefore, washable and hence sanitary. The openstitch exposes the ngers, preventing the drawing of the lingers throughas a result of perspiration.

The absorbent quality of the thread of which the device is constructedis adapted for holding a harmless medicated solution for a period oftimeand such a solution may be used in connection with the invention tocreate a disagreeable taste in the mouth of the subject. rPhe device,being of soft material, cannot injure the face or eyes when the hand isrubbed across the face, and the open and rough stitch creates anunpleasant feeling within the mouth without Serial No. 26,726.

harming the latter or the gums and thus does not cause any discomfort.l/Vith all, the subject has the free use of the hands without anyannoyance.

Being constructed as shown, it is applicable to either hand and to aparticular finger of the hand on which it is applied, and being capableof material stretching because of the open-work construction, may beused on different subjects whose hands differ in size vithin areasonable range. The device is made preferably of linen thread, butobviously may be constructed of cord, cotton, silk, wool or any othermaterial found suitable.

The wrist-band 2 at one extremity is provided with a button 4constituting a detachable connection for the application and removal ofthe device, the button being inserted through a selected mesh opening.

Although designed primarily as a means for curing the finger suckinghabit, the invention is susceptible of use for other purposes. Forexample, it may be employed as a sanitary finger covering to hold gauzeor cotton to the fingers of children or adults when dressing` cuts,bruises or burns.

The invention having been described, what is claimed as new and usefulis:

A device for the purpose indicated coniprising a finger stall, a wristband, and a web portion connecting the wrist band with the stall, thewhole being of integral construction and reticulated structure and they'rist band having a button at its freeeX- tremity selectivelyengageable with openings in the reticulated structure to hold the bandin attached surrounding relation to the wrist of a wearer.

In testimony whereof he aftixes his signature.

GEORGE A. HOFFMANN.

